Ep 10. Ultimate Bar Food: Flay/Anderson vs. Morimoto/Majumdar

Iron Chef America season 12 episode 10 titled "Ultimate Bar Food: Flay/Anderson vs. Morimoto/Majumdar" features two legendary chef teams facing off to create the best bar food dishes for judges Simon Majumdar, Karine Bakhoum, and Aaron Sanchez.

The first team consists of Iron Chef Bobby Flay and guest chef Sunny Anderson. They must go up against Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto and guest chef Floyd Cardoz. Both teams have 60 minutes to create five unique dishes that are delicious, visually stunning, and embody the essence of bar food.

As the battle begins, the chefs are off to the races as they frantically gather ingredients and prepare their stations. Flay and Anderson start by creating a smoked fish dip with homemade potato chips, while Morimoto and Cardoz whip up a marinated lamb skewer dish known as yakitori. The judges seem impressed with both dishes, but it's too early to tell which team is in the lead.

The competition heats up as Flay and Anderson tackle the classic American dish of sliders, while Morimoto and Cardoz attempt to elevate the humble chicken wing with their dish. The judges eagerly sample these offerings, and it becomes clear that this is going to be a tight battle.

Next up are the chefs' takes on mac and cheese, with Flay and Anderson creating a dish with chorizo and Morimoto and Cardoz presenting a unique version with truffles. The judges struggle to choose a favorite, as both dishes are rich and flavorful.

Lastly, the chefs must create a dessert dish that is perfect for a bar setting. Flay and Anderson go for a classic fried doughnut, while Morimoto and Cardoz choose a unique malted chocolate pudding. The judges are wowed by both desserts, and it's clear that the chefs have pulled out all the stops for this final round.

In the end, the judges must make the tough decision of which team created the best overall dishes that are both tasty and fit for a bar atmosphere. The winning team will have the honor of being named Iron Chef America champions.

Fans of Iron Chef America will not want to miss this thrilling episode. With four world-class chefs and a high-stakes competition, it's sure to be an exciting showcase of culinary expertise.